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Who is Dr. Amar, Neurosurgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Arun Amar, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Amar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amar’s office at (323) 442-7543.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Amar?
Dr. Arun Amar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Amar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm, Cerebrovascular Disease, Interventional Neuroradiology, Stroke, Vascular Malformations/Birthmarks, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles/CA community, Dr. Amar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Amar go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Amar speak?
Dr. Amar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Amar treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Amar diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Amar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Head Injury Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- SAH
- Subarachnoid Hematoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S066X9A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
- S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- I6201: Nontraumatic acute subdural hemorrhage
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I618: Other nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage
- I6203: Nontraumatic chronic subdural hemorrhage
Also known as:
- Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Cerebral AVM
- Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
- Brain Vascular Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Aneurysm
- Aneurysms
- Carotid Artery Bulge
- Neck Artery Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I720: Aneurysm of carotid artery
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-neurological surgery care
- Brain surgery aftercare
- Spine surgery aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system
Does Dr. Amar accept my insurance?
Dr. Amar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-7543 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amar accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Amar in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Altamed Health Services
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
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Where is Dr. Amar's office located?
Dr. Arun Amar's Primary Practice
1516 San Pablo St Ste L3100
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 442-7543
What is Dr. Amar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447348032.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amar
What is Dr. Arun Amar's specialty?
Dr. Amar is a Neurosurgeon near Los Angeles, CA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Amar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Arun Amar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amar is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Arun Amar accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Arun Amar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arun Amar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amar's office at (323) 442-7543 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arun Amar?
Please contact Dr. Amar's office at (323) 442-7543 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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